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History of the window washer

It’s mesmerizing to watch someone dangle down a 50-story building, cleaning the windows above passersby. Have you ever wondered if those windows are cleaned the same way you clean your windows?

There for Our Veterans - Nathan Wolfe

Looking back on his 21-year career in the security industry, Allied Universal’s Nathan Wolfe, Regional Vice President — Indiana & Kentucky, traces his success to the skills and experiences he gained in the United States Marine Corps.

Bomb Dog Spotlight: Bridget and Polly

Bridget Hallahan was in law enforcement for more than 21 years with the Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD). She retired in 2020 as a major in the patrol division. As it turns out, the retired life was short-lived – by her own design.“The time I spent in law enforcement was undoubtedly challenging, but extremely gratifying. Moving around through the community in many different roles, I met great people and had the opportunity to help others – which is what drew me to serve in the first place,” explains Bridget.

Staying Vigilant Against Explosives

The threat from extremists who attempt to use improvised explosive devices (IEDs) to cause harm is persistent and pervasive. High-profile international incidents frequently make the headlines, yet explosive occurrences are rising sharply here in the U.S. as well. According to Justice Department statistics, there were 428 incidents in 2020, up 71% from the year before. The threat to Americans will likely remain high over the coming decade as instructions and materials for IEDs are readily available online.

Veteran - Shellie Crandall

At age 20, Shellie Crandall realized her job on a construction site operating a commercial crane, sometimes referred to as a cherry picker, wasn't challenging enough — even though she won the crew's lunch money by balancing open soda cans on the claw block and swinging it in every widening arc without spilling a drop!